When I hit crunch times at work, my wife and I are at each other's throats. How do I get her to dial it back when work stress is at a peak?

Nov 4, 2011

Reese, Charleston, SC asked:

When I hit crunch times at work, my wife and I are at each other's throats. How do I get her to dial it back when work stress is at a peak?

Answer:

My guess, Reese? You're being shaken and shaken and shaken at work, and you're not telling your wife about any of it. Then, when the slightest bump hits at home, your emotional cork goes ricocheting off the walls. I don't think your problem is getting your wife to dial back. It's about letting off pressure so you don't pop.

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